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Jan 13, 2009

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is Cute as a- well, Button.

F. Scott Fitzgerald's story about a man who ages backwards is a charming depiction of a condemned life and a doomed love in the strangest of situations. The film details events from Button's unusual life from his old birth-a baby with visible signs of cataracts and wrinkles- to his inevitable young death.

Jan 13, 2009

Timeless: Coaches who stand through the test of time.

With the pitiful state of our current economy, people are losing jobs left and right. If you can get a job, do your best to keep it. If you can upgrade, then upgrade. That's what many athletes do. Go after the big contract and set yourself up for life if at all possible. In this age where loyalty and being in one place forever has lead millions to being fired, a few individuals have stayed for so long that being fired is the absolute last thing that could ever come into mind.

Dec 8, 2008

I AM…SASHA FIERCE: Beyonce comes with something fierce

Beyonce delivers her diva status credit once again with "I AM...Sasha Fierce." Yes, it is definitely a different sound for Queen B, but what is a real diva without the risks? She formally introduces the world to her somewhat known alter ego - Sasha Fierce. Sasha Fierce is who Beyonce personifies when she burns up the stage, the half of her that is fearless. Sasha Fierce is the sassy comparison to the well-known calm, cool, and collected Beyonce we often see in interviews.

Dec 8, 2008

Making Gray Skies a Little Clearer

As the month of December continues, many are paying close attention to the playoff picture in the NFL. With the regular reason over in a little over than a month, teams are making a last minute effort to make sure their team gets into the post season. But for those who don't know exactly how to decipher the often difficult playoff picture, just take a few minutes and this article will explain it to you.

Dec 8, 2008

Will You Show Your True Nature? A Challenge to the Basketball Teams

As the weather gets colder, it is time to move some things to the inside warmth of a building. For the Wolfpack and the Lady Wolfpack the heat is only going to be hotter. When it comes to basketball, the ACC is considered one of the best conferences on both sides. With powerhouses, legendary coaches, and some of the best players to step on a court, NC State needs to show that they belong in the ACC. After last season in which both teams lost in the opening round of the ACC Championship, I want to see if these Wolves have a bite to accompany their howl.

Dec 8, 2008

De-Caf on the Rocks: Limiting you caffeine intake can be easier than you think

For some, having a cup or two of regular coffee or a few energy drinks seems more of a necessity than a habit. This statement is especially true if the drink isn't decaffeinated. Staying on the go, especially during the college years, isn't uncommon. As people, the need to stay active in our activities and schoolwork should be treated as a top priority. With this in mind, there isn't any doubt that caffeine is so vital for many because of the stimulating effects it provides. Don't believe me? The statistics may in fact surprise you.

Nov 19, 2008

Athletes Can Talk Politics Too

With the nation's attention on the general election, many have overlooked the election of former nationwide athletes. These athletes come from different kinds of sports: football, basketball, baseball etc. As they have left a mark in their respective sport, they are trying to do the same thing now, only this time, in the world of politics.

Nov 19, 2008

ABO Blood Groups IN Connection to Your Diet

Peter J. D'Adamo, a naturopathic doctor famous for his book, "Eat Right 4 Your type," explores the connection between the history of the blood types in connection to their origins and how it may affect a person's ability to eat and digest certain types of foods. Following this diet, you can decrease your susceptibility to cancer, diabetes and other illnesses, while also improving energy levels and the health of your body.

Nov 19, 2008

Real Lyrics

Everyday on the radio we listen to the hottest and freshest beats, but have you ever stopped to wonder what the lyrics really say, or what kind of subliminal messages may be hiding in today's radio hits?

Nov 19, 2008

Watch What You Say

In this nation's history, words have been used in various ways to describe various situations or circumstances. Some of these situations or circumstances have been positive, while others have been quite the opposite.

Nov 15, 2008

How Sports played a Role in the Election

As I was coming down off my high of Barack Obama being elected as the next president, I came across many comments and ideas about how this historical moment in history will impact the next generation and beyond. But there were some things that were said that made me pause and think: how have sports, in particular black sports figures (past and present), played a hand in helping Obama get to where he is at today. I'm pretty sure everyone has heard of Jackie Robinson, Muhammad Ali, Doug Williams, Michael Jordan, and many others, but the story of perceptions and stereotypes that these individuals have is widely unknown.

Nov 15, 2008

Money and the Power: 50 defines what it means to hustle

On November 4th , Barack Obama defied the odds and became the first African-American to win a Presidential Election. He showed a power and a determination that now leads others in a way to strive for their own personal gain. Rapper Curtis Jackson, who we all know as 50 Cent, has taken 14 individuals and is showing them all about defying the odds through money and power. "Get Rich or Die Tryin,'" comes to life on a whole different level.